Boy, 14, shot dead during broad daylight named and pictured as three teens arrested on suspicion of murder
Met officers received reports of a shooting on Lord Warwick Street, Woolwich, at about 3.40pm on Thursday
A 14-year-old boy who was shot dead in south-east London has been named and pictured, as three teenagers remain in custody charged with his murder.
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Eghosa Ogbebor died after the incident on Lord Warwick Street, Woolwich, at around 3.40pm on Thursday, the Metropolitan Police confirmed.
Despite the efforts of paramedics, a boy was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Two boys, aged 14 and 16, and an 18-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of murder.
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The force said its specialist officers were supporting Eghosa's next-of-kin.
Detective Chief Inspector Lucie Card, whose team is leading the investigation, said: "Our thoughts remain with Eghosa’s family and loved ones, they are being supported by specially trained officers and have asked for privacy at this difficult time.
"I know the concern this has caused within Woolwich and the wider community, particularly considering Eghosa’s young age.
"We have an increased police presence around the area.
"While we have made three arrests, our investigation continues and I would urge anyone with any information to come forward and speak to officers."
Abdul Jan, 29, who lives in the area and owns a fish and chip shop in Greenwich said it was “very surprising” to hear of a shooting in the neighbourhood.
He said: “I mean, I don’t think it’s a safe area, but it’s one thing when you hear of a stabbing, this happens a lot, it’s another thing when you hear about a shooting."
The area surrounding the street where the shooting took place was cordoned off on Friday, with a dozen police officers at the scene.
A bunch of flowers was laid at the end of Lord Warwick Street.Forensic officers appeared to be searching a patch of grass along the street.